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Carbon Cycle

Explore the intricate workings of the carbon cycle, the circulation of carbon through ecosystems, its biological and ecological significance, and its presence in all living organisms. Discover how carbon is utilized in photosynthesis, respiration, and decomposition processes. Gain insight into the carbon distribution in different spheres and its crucial role in sustaining life.

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Carbon Cycle

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  1. Carbon Cycle By: Hortencia Avila, Uriel Lopez, Jeremy Glick

  2. Fourth most abundant element in universe • Building block of all living things • Main Pathway– in and out of living matter Carbon Cycle

  3. Carbon Cycle- Circulation of carbon through ecosystems Carbon- A non-metallic element found in coal, petroleum and natural gas. Major component of life. Soil Respiration- Carbohydrates are oxidized and returned to the air by soil microorganisms that decompose dead animals Key Terms

  4. Atmosphere- layer of gasses Fossil Fuels- Carbon-rich fuel from ancient animals and plants Photosynthesis- Energy (sun)+ Water+ Carbon dioxide Carbohydrates+ Oxygen Cellular Respiration- Glucose+ Oxygen CO2+ H20+ Energy (ATP) Decomposition- breakdown of matter by bacteria and fungi Key Terms Continued

  5. All living organisms contain carbon • CO2 is found in all living organisms • Plants use carbon dioxide and water to form simple sugars (photosynthesis) Biological Importance of Carbon

  6. Carbon is needed for life • Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas • Carbon is necessary for life, but carbon dioxide can be harmful Ecological Importance of Carbon

  7. 0.032% in the lithosphere • 2 petagrams Amount of Carbon

  8. Smallest amount of carbon • Approximately 750 petagrams Carbon in the atmosphere

  9. 540- 610 gigatons Biosphere

  10. 38,00-40,00 metric tons hydrosphere

  11. http://www.uwsp.edu/geo/faculty/ritter/geog101/textbook/earth_system/biogeochemical_cycles.htmlhttp://www.uwsp.edu/geo/faculty/ritter/geog101/textbook/earth_system/biogeochemical_cycles.html • http://www.actewagl.com/education/Glossary/default.aspx?letterSearch=C • http://www.eoearth.org/article/Carbon_cycle • http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/sci/A0857177.html • http://www.oznet.ksu.edu/ctec/Carbon/carboncycle.htm • http://www.waterencyclopedia.com/Bi-Ca/Carbon-Dioxide-in-the-Ocean-and-Atmosphere.html Sources

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